The Fairfax Collection brings a touch of elegance and nostalgia to the bathroom

Simple curving spouts and graceful design that complements a variety of styles

Smooth single handle operation

Metal pop-up drain assembly included

Includes escutcheon (cover plate) for sinks with 3 faucet holes

ADA compliant

Low lead compliant - meeting federal and state regulations for lead content

Designed for use with standard U.S. plumbing connections

WaterSense-labeled product - uses at least 30% less water than standard 2.2 GPM faucets, while still meeting strict performance guidelines

Features and extra-secure mounting assembly

All hardware needed for mounting is included

Product Technologies / Benefits:

WaterSense/Eco-Performance: To help make a difference on a global scale and further its role as industry leaders in eco-performance practices, Kohler has established partnerships with a number of environmental organizations, including WaterSense. Many Kohler faucets are equipped with low-flow aerators; meaning they use less water, while continuing to meet superior performance standards.

Product Specifications:

Overall Height: 7-1/2" (measured from the counter top to the highest part of the faucet)

Spout Height: 2-1/8" (measured from the counter top to the spout's outlet)

Spout Reach: 5" (measured from the center of the faucet base to the center of the spout's outlet)

Faucet mounts in a single hole configuration

Number of Holes Required for Installation: 1

Flow Rate: 1.5 GPM (gallons-per-minute)

Maximum Thickness of Mounting Deck: 1-3/4"

1 handle included with faucet

Product Variations:

K-12181: This model

K-12182: This model without escutcheon

K-12183: Vessel (taller) version of this model

K-12265-4: Widespread version of this model

K-12266-4: Centerset version of this model

About Kohler:

Gracious living is characterized by qualities of charm, good taste, generosity of spirit and the enhancement of nature. It is Kohler’s mission that you can improve your sense of gracious living with every experience you have with a Kohler product or service.

With everything that Kohler does it lives on the leading edge of design and technology, while maintaining a constant level of quality regardless of price. Kohler sets the standard of excellence in its field, and yet is constantly striving to improve.

From sustainable products in the kitchen and bath, to engines for lawn tractors and generators, to power systems that protect data centers and urban landscapes all over the world; this is what the Kohler Company is all about.

6 Questions from the Community

The Kohler K-12181 is assembled in the USA, but the parts come from China.

Is the Kohler K-12181 made in the USA?

A. The Kohler K-12181 is assembled in the USA, but the parts come from China.

The Kohler K-12181 is assembled in the USA, but the parts come from China.

Is the Kohler K-12181 faucet made in the United States?

A. The Kohler K-12181 is assembled in the USA, but the parts come from China.

The Kohler K-12182 does not come with an escutcheon plate. There is, however, 2 models that are recommended for the K-12182; the 75017 and the 77091, which can both be used for the K-12181.

Can a Kohler K-12181, which comes with a three-hole cover eschucheon plate, be mounted instead the single-hole eschucheon plate supplied with the K-12182? I have new granite and would like to change my current K-12181 faucets to a single-hole look, prefer to order only the base plates.

A. The Kohler K-12182 does not come with an escutcheon plate. There is, however, 2 models that are recommended for the K-12182; the 75017 and the 77091, which can both be used for the K-12181.

The Kohler K-12181 is made of brass.

What type of metal is the K-12181 Faucet constructed with?

A. The Kohler K-12181 is made of brass.

The Kohler K-12181 finish is warranted for life. It should not corrode.

After 5 years should the finish corrode where brass trim meets chrome?

A. The Kohler K-12181 finish is warranted for life. It should not corrode.

Product Reviews

Rated 1 out of
5 by
shopper24 from
Not happy at all with this productI have previously purchased 2 of these faucets in chrome and was very happy with the product. Therefore, I decided to purchase in the brushed nickel as I was changing the faucets in another bathroom. I am very unhappy with the brushed nickel finish, and the two products were very, very expensive (over $500 for 2 of them). I know that there can sometimes be a difference between finishes depending on the manufacturer, but this brushed nickel is very unattractive, always looks like it has spots on it, and is difficult to clean. I wished I had purchased the chrome version again.

Date published: 2013-08-06

Rated 5 out of
5 by
Diana from
beautiful faucetsWe replaced a couple of old Moen faucets with these Kohlers. Love Love Love them. They are so much easier to turn on & off. The quality is unmistakeable. We have the Kohler Forte in the kitchen and love that one with the pull out spray. It's no wonder the Kohler name stands for quality.

Date published: 2008-07-14

Rated 3 out of
5 by
onesillyme from
Lovely faucet, corrosion at spoutAfter a number of years of use, I will need to replace this faucet as it has corroded through the "ring" at the tip of the spout. It is a lovely faucet and not sure what I'll replace it with since the matching bath fixtures are still going strong. It works great but is a cosmetic problem.

Date published: 2010-12-12

Rated 5 out of
5 by
Jazman128 from
Went fineI've purchased three or four of these faucets in the past. The price was nice and the shipping was quicker than I expected.
They were used in a new granite installation (two sinks). The only glitch was that the mounting holes for the faucet were close to the back splash and the faucet body is wide with the pop up handle exiting the back. I had to bend the pop up handle so it would not bind with the back splash. I'm not sure if the granite supplier cut the holes further back than necessary or their sink is a bit larger. Either way, I've never had this issue in the past and it worked out. The faucets look great.

Date published: 2010-11-27

Rated 5 out of
5 by
BigTom from
What's not to like!I needed to replace a bathroom faucet that was showing a little corrosion. I haven't replaced any faucets for many years, but decided to give it a try. My wife loves the style of this faucet and Kohler quality, and we selected it when we had our master bath remodeled a year ago, so it was the natural choice for this project.The faucet was very easy to install, with the long flexible connecting hoses. It looks and works great, and my wife is VERY happy!
Faucet Direct provided great selection, excellent pricing and wonderful service. The result was a win all around! What more could you want. (I'm planning my next, larger plumbing project.)

Date published: 2010-01-08

Rated 4 out of
5 by
SteveG from
Solid FaucetI'm generally happy w/ this purchase, and thought it was a good value for the price based on other models I'd looked at. My only complaint is that there are plenty of nooks / crannies for the water to settle into, making it look grungy when it's not wiped down.

Date published: 2009-12-25

Rated 5 out of
5 by
sandrica from
Fairfax faucetI love this faucet! It works so smoothly. It's high enough for me to wash my hair in the sink now.

Date published: 2014-02-09

Rated 5 out of
5 by
male from
Upgraded Faucet for Bathroom VanityMy wife selected the Fairfax single handle Master Bath vanity faucet for its different design -- upright and stocky-cylindrical. It is visually eye-catching. NOT your usual profile.
It works great; the water flow is easily graduated from the barest trickle to full force. Top quality construction and design. Written installation instructions are clear and detailed.
Delivery took only several days.
Were we to again order new faucets, our first choice would be FaucetsDirect.

Kohler

The Bold Look of Kohler is more than a slogan, it is a testament to the sight and focus of the Kohler company since the late 1800's. Kohler designs its plumbing fixtures and accessories for longevity and with a focus on pleasing your senses. Kohler’s attributes make its plumbing and accessories a clear choice of quality for generations to come.

Kohler Fairfax Collection

Kohler Fairfax faucets and accessories blend classic style with the ease of single-handle operation for a unique look. The graceful curves of this affordable faucet are reminiscent of designs from the early 1900s. In the kitchen, the Kohler Fairfax Pullout Spray Kitchen Faucet offers maximum efficiency and an easy to clean MasterClean spray face. Its affordability makes it one of the best kitchen faucets you'll find.